I believe that truth, intimacy and vulnerability are all very much related. Intimacy is about truly sharing yourself with someone else. To have true intimacy in a relationship requires vulnerability. And vulnerability is about showing up, being seen, and being brave, as Dr Brené Brown says. Many people think that if they tell the absolute truth about themselves, it will tear apart a relationship or hurt other people. The actual truth is that if we don’t say what we’re feeling that’s what tears apart relationships creates distance, communication issues and leads to sadness, depression, and disconnection.

So, if you want to have amazing relationships with the people you love, it takes courage; and the bravest thing you can do is be vulnerable and share your true self.